Honoring Those Soldiers Who Served with the 27th Maine Volunteer Infantry Regiment in the Defense of Washington, 1862-1863

Welcome to the 27th Maine website!

The 27th Maine is not known for any feats in battle, as it participated in no full-scale action with the enemy, but is instead known for the controversial issuing of the Medal of Honor to all those still serving in the regiment at their time of mustering out. This photo (below) is of one such medal. See the history section for more about this story.

Route of the 27th MaineUsing Google Maps (above), I have marked the locations visited by the 27th Maine during their 9 months of service.Clicking to view the larger map will show details concerning each location.

RECENT BLOG ENTRIESA Letter HomeTranscription (and scanned photos) of a letter written home by Lieut John H. Came, Co. C